Document #1196574

Guardian

Troops clash with Shia cult in southern Iraq

http://www.guardian.co.uk/Iraq/Story/0,,2243389,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=12

ecoi.net summary:
Southern Iraq: Gunmen from a messianic Shia cult yesterday attacked police and worshippers preparing for a major Shia holiday; 15 people killed, 18 wounded and more than 20 detained, authorities said
Country:
Iraq
Source:
Guardian
Original link:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/Iraq/Story/0,,2243389,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=12
Document type:
Media Report
Language:
English
Published:
19 January 2008
Document ID:
1196574 (former ID 90166)

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